Delaware Area Chamber of Commerce · Since 1907
"Together, let's continue to make Delaware a great place to do business." Susie Bibler, President
Since 1907, the Delaware Area Chamber has brought a business perspective to initiatives across Delaware County, serving home-based and small businesses right up to the powerhouse industries that make this one of Ohio's fastest-growing counties.
"Your investment is more than a sponsorship. It's a commitment to strengthening both your business and our community."Susie Bibler, President
6 reasons to join
Show customers you're a trusted part of Delaware County business.
Learn moreMonthly networking with the people who move this county.
Learn moreA directory listing, a ribbon cutting and a community welcome.
Learn morePost open positions free and hire locally.
Learn moreA seat at the table on the issues shaping our county.
Learn moreLeadership Delaware, Young Professionals and the Safety Council.
Learn moreMembership starts at $275 a year. Add a sustaining package for more visibility, and most of it comes back to you as sponsorship and advertising credit.
Platinum$5,000
Gold$3,000
Silver$2,000
Bronze$1,000Looking for a local printer, a contractor or a place for lunch? Search more than 470 Chamber members by category or name, and support the businesses that support Delaware County.
Find a businessBrowse a category: Food & Beverage
Ribbon cuttings, Business Before and After Hours, Safety Council and our signature events. Invite a friend, co-worker or colleague and let us know you're coming.
Full calendarSep 29, 2026
DelawareAlmost 200 years of Delaware County fairs and celebrations, told by Fair Director Don Howard and local historian Lester Ashbrook.
Platinum member
College classes and workforce training close to home at the Delaware Campus on Cornerstone Drive.
Learn more about Columbus State Delaware on their Chamber profileThis week's spotlight
Platinum member
Plumbing, heating and air conditioning service for homes and businesses across Delaware County.
Learn more about Emergency Plumbing, Heating & Air on their Chamber profileThis week's spotlight
Platinum member
A member-owned credit union with a branch on Sunbury Road in Delaware.
Learn more about Kemba Financial Credit Union on their Chamber profileThis week's spotlight
Platinum member
Grady Memorial Hospital, urgent care and physician offices serving families across Delaware County.
Learn more about OhioHealth on their Chamber profileThis week's spotlight
Sep 30, 2026
DelawareJoin us as we celebrate the new canopy stage at Boardman Arts Park.
Oct 1, 2026
DelawareBring plenty of business cards to share, and invite a friend, co-worker or colleague.
Platinum member
College classes and workforce training close to home at the Delaware Campus on Cornerstone Drive.
Learn more about Columbus State Delaware on their Chamber profileThis week's spotlight
Platinum member
Plumbing, heating and air conditioning service for homes and businesses across Delaware County.
Learn more about Emergency Plumbing, Heating & Air on their Chamber profileThis week's spotlight
Platinum member
A member-owned credit union with a branch on Sunbury Road in Delaware.
Learn more about Kemba Financial Credit Union on their Chamber profileThis week's spotlight
Platinum member
Grady Memorial Hospital, urgent care and physician offices serving families across Delaware County.
Learn more about OhioHealth on their Chamber profileThis week's spotlight
Oct 1, 2026
DelawareCelebrate with GTZ Properties as they break ground on their new Trailhead Crossing location.
Oct 3, 2026
DelawareClimb a tractor, feed the chickens, press fresh apple cider and shop local vendors at one of Stratford's biggest events of the year.
Oct 4, 2026
DelawareFree tours of the Meeker Homestead and Millworker Cottage, plus an animal tracks scavenger hunt and cornhusk crafts.
Oct 8, 2026
DelawareKick off the season with Delaware County Young Professionals at Henmick Farm & Brewery.
Oct 9, 2026
DelawareLunch, ammunition for two rounds, gun rental, and eye and ear protection are all included.
Oct 10, 2026
DelawareEight stops through the Northwest Neighborhood, including the Victorian Jail and Strand Theatre. A fundraiser for Boardman Arts Park, ages 12 and up.
Oct 13, 2026
DelawareSession 2 of the leadership series for managers and supervisors ready for their next step.
Oct 15, 2026
DelawareJoin us as we celebrate the grand opening of ThriveRX Health Pharmacy.
Oct 27, 2026
DelawareCoffee with Chamber board members, meet fellow new members and learn how to use your benefits.
Oct 28, 2026
DelawareFire Safety, presented by Tom Bensen. Coffee and pastry available, no need to RSVP.
Nov 19, 2026
MarionA joint After Hours with Marion Technical College and the Marion Area Chamber of Commerce.
Platinum member
College classes and workforce training close to home at the Delaware Campus on Cornerstone Drive.
Learn more about Columbus State Delaware on their Chamber profileThis week's spotlight
Platinum member
Plumbing, heating and air conditioning service for homes and businesses across Delaware County.
Learn more about Emergency Plumbing, Heating & Air on their Chamber profileThis week's spotlight
Platinum member
A member-owned credit union with a branch on Sunbury Road in Delaware.
Learn more about Kemba Financial Credit Union on their Chamber profileThis week's spotlight
Platinum member
Grady Memorial Hospital, urgent care and physician offices serving families across Delaware County.
Learn more about OhioHealth on their Chamber profileThis week's spotlight
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From Cabinet IQ · Silver sustaining member
Written by the member. Expires Dec 31.
CHAMBER10Short videos of Chamber members talking about what membership has meant for their business. To be filmed
To be filmed · 1:30"Why did you join the Chamber?"A longtime member
To be filmed · 0:45"What happened after your ribbon cutting?"A new member
To be filmed · 0:45"Who have you met through the Chamber?"A Business After Hours regular
To be filmed · 0:45"What would you tell a business thinking about joining?"A Leadership Delaware graduate
GoldMember spotlight · OctoberSample story
PPG has made paint and coatings in Delaware since 1965. About 450 people work at the plant today, and a $280 million expansion for automotive coatings will add 100 more jobs.
In this story
Each month we sit down with one sustaining member and write their story with them, here and in Chamber Notes.
Platinum spotlightProposedBehind the scenes at a Platinum memberA 60-second film with each Platinum member
The Chamber MinuteProposedThis month in Delaware County, in 60 secondsSupport comes from Columbus State DelawareSampleSay hello when you see them at the next Before or After Hours, and give them your business.
All new members
Newest member
An independent bookstore on West Winter Street in downtown Delaware.
Chamber profile: Beanbag BooksWebsite: Beanbag Books (opens in a new tab)
An old-school barbershop for the modern man.
Salons & BarbersDelaware
Indoor golf simulators for working on your game or a round with friends.
RecreationDelaware
Auto, home and life insurance from local agent Julie Welch.
InsuranceDelaware
Commercial real estate investment and development, building Trailhead Crossing.
Real EstateDelaware
Represents Ohio House District 60.
GovernmentPowell
An independent agency for personal, business and life insurance.
InsuranceDelaware
Retirement plan consulting for businesses and wealth management for individuals.
Financial ServicesDublin
Buying and selling homes, from an office on North Sandusky Street downtown.
Real EstateDelaware
Natural bath and body care made with organic ingredients.
RetailDelaware
And the Chamber is proud to help connect the people and organizations working to make sure our entire community grows stronger along with it.
Delaware County by the Numbers
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OhioHealth
Platinum sustaining member
The Chamber serves as the premier source for the success of the Delaware area business community by being:
We will treat all of our relationships with honesty, respect and fairness.
We will be actively involved in our community and will be leaders in identifying and addressing issues of community and regional concern.
We will foster partnerships to improve the economic well-being and quality of life in the community.
We will hold the business needs of our membership to be our highest priority.
We will remain committed to fostering a rich sense of community and an unrivaled quality of life.
We will stay connected to our membership, communicating information and opportunities to our members, public policy leaders, and the residents of the greater Delaware community.
We will be an inclusive organization, sustaining a diverse membership by welcoming all interested parties to become involved and encouraging a variety of thoughts and viewpoints.
We will be trustworthy and responsible stewards of the Chamber's funds, seeking to direct resources with wisdom and integrity.
A small staff and a volunteer board of local business leaders, serving Delaware County businesses since 1907.
Susie Bibler
President
Susie came to the Chamber from the Delaware County Foundation, where she was development director, and led Main Street Delaware as executive director for more than five years. She has served as president of the Delaware Rotary Club, serves on the board of The Strand Theatre and is a longtime Leadership Delaware facilitator.
Melissa Stroupe
Office Manager
A proud Delaware "townie," Melissa keeps the Chamber office running. She co-chairs the Delaware County America 250 Committee, is a leader with the Delaware County Historical Society and a decade-plus 4-H volunteer, named 2023 Ohio 4-H Innovator of the Year.
Matthew Carbary
IT Manager
Matt manages the Chamber's technology and online member tools.
Kevin Hammond
SBDC Counselor & Business Consultant
Kevin offers one-on-one business advising through the Small Business Development Center, working with owners at every stage.
Beyond membership, these are the groups and events our staff and volunteers run all year. Members are welcome at every one.
Luncheons that bring education, business, government and community leaders together on the issues affecting our county.
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Nine months of learning, connecting and growing together. The Class of 2027 is underway.
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Our new group for professionals who live or work in Delaware County.
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Workplace-safety programs for employers, with coffee and pastry at The Barn at Stratford.
Learn moreJoin more than 470 businesses helping Delaware County connect, grow and thrive. New members start with a coffee reception and orientation with our board.
